Summer Camp Assistant Kitchen Manager (2025)

YMCA of the Rockies; Granby; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support the Head Cook at Camp Chief Ouray. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and fostering a safe and positive environment for staff and campers. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, be able to manage time efficiently, and have a passion for food safety. Join a team that values caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and contribute to creating extraordinary experiences for guests in a beautiful camp setting. If you're ready to make a difference and lead a dedicated kitchen team, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage kitchen operations and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and food production.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Cook in managing kitchen operations and food service.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Time Management

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Food Safety Awareness

Education

ServSafe Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Kitchen Manager is the assistant to the Head Cook and is responsible for the management of all kitchen & back of the house food service operations at Camp Chief Ouray in the absence of the Head Cook. The Assistant Kitchen Manager is also responsible for compliance with federal, state and county health regulations and ensuring all staff are adhering to the regulations. Dates of employment are May 1, 2025 - Sept. 1, 2025.

OUR CULTURE:

At YMCA of the Rockies, we firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ALL CAMP CHIEF OURAY STAFF:

• Create a safe space for all campers, families, and staff. Promote safe work practices to allow for development and growth for all.
• Possess the mental, social, and emotional skills necessary to build rapport and positive relationships, putting camper needs first.
• Respond to camper and customer requests for service, troubleshoot problems and develop solutions in a patient and respectful manner.
• Contribute to a cooperative and positive camp community, be a team player.
• Be responsible for the upkeep of the camp facility and cleanliness of camp. Report any repairs in a timely manner.
• Assist other departments as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER:

• Attend all pre-camp trainings.
• Ability to direct all aspects of food production including storage, prep, portion control, inventory and record keeping.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and evaluate kitchen staff on efficiently working in a high production kitchen.
• Ability to follow protocols and safe practices when working with different food allergies and/or preferences with safety being the priority.
• Assist in keeping a clean work space and helping with dishes.
• Ability to work independently and problem solve on assigned tasks.
• Ability to follow health standards set forth by the Colorado Department of Public Health.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and efficiently manage time.
• ServSafe certification a plus.
• Must have current certification in CPR/First Aid or be willing to obtain certification.

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions.
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
• Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions.
• Be able to hike on rugged terrain.
• Be able to travel to different areas of the country for recruitment purposes.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds, climb/work on ladders and in tight spaces.

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,
or qualifications associated with the job.